[Asterisk]

Continued from this.

"Competition? That diamond is the only viable way of finding it. Located in a bay north of Vale, on the surface, it is but a 3 by 3 meter square hatch covered in about two feet of water during high tide and buried in sand during low tide. And in case somebody manages to stumble upon it, I'm sure you'll find a way to upgrade the lock... oh that's right I already did. State-of-the-art Prometheus aura scanner security systems, like everything in this room. The moment your butt touched that chair, Asako had already given you full access to everything inside the bunker. Now then." Three floor plans were projected onto the table's surface in front of Enz, labeled by floors, with small rooms branching out. "The maps you wanted?"

[Viventium Umbra]

"Competition as in I was thinking about investigating another bunker located to the northeast of Vale before you came to me with this information. I was considering that we were talking about the same bunker at first, but rumor has it this bunker in the forest to the northeast, let's call it bunker B, was formerly a White Fang stronghold before going dark a few months ago. The fact that you didn't mention them at all and now the location confirms that we have two different options for my project. That said, the very fact that I had already heard of bunker B makes this one a more viable option," Enz explained as he poured over the maps on the table. "This is quite an extensive network," he commented as he took pictures of the maps with his left eye, just in case. "If you would, send these maps to this scroll number," Enz said as he scribbled out a scroll number on the virtual tabletop with his finger and slid it across to her.

[Asterisk]

Right before Enz had finished writing down the last digit, Asako had analyzed the direction of the pen and predicted the number he was about to write as a message containing the images had appeared on Enz's scroll. Stella smiled. "Done."

[Viventium Umbra]

"Impressive," Enz commented as he noticed the speed with which Asako had been able to read the numbers and transfer the information. He then pulled his scroll out of its pocket on his belt and sent the maps to his lab's database from which he could access them with his left eye. Enz then put his scroll away and returned his attention to Stella. "Now the question remains, are you convinced enough to donate your funds to my cause, or will I need to find others to get money from?" Enz asked.

[Asterisk]

"You know what. Fuck it, sure why not. It's chump change anyways." Stella grinned. "But I'm giving it to you in cash."

[Viventium Umbra]

"Your donation is appreciated. And cash will not be a problem. In fact, it makes things easier for me. So when and where will this cash be delivered?" Enz asked.

[Asterisk]

"You are one brave little... Where would you like it?"

[Viventium Umbra]

"I am neither brave nor little, but I understand that something in my manner of speech seems to have upset you. I believe it might be that I did not use the common, but pointless, expression of thanks. I can assure you that I will put the money to good use, if that is what you are upset about. Regardless, the location I would like the transaction to take place at would actually be the bunker itself. You already know the location and have access to its extremely secure inner network, so I don't need to be there, and what better place to deposit a large sum of cash where no one can find it or interfere? I also have one more proposition for you; I plan on doing on-site sweeps for both bunkers and you seem to be both inquisitive and eager to show. I would benifit from a tour of your Petran bunker, and I don't think I would need to pay you for you to accompany me in a sweep of bunker B," Enz replied.

[Asterisk]

"Deal." Stella said and leaned back in her chair. "And when would you like to go on this expedition?"

[Viventium Umbra]

"Whenever your schedule is open, seeing as these sweeps will be the first priority before I do anything with the money. I believe I could meet you at bunker A in the early morning any day this month. From there I could arrange a transport to the general area of bunker B," Enz said.

[Asterisk]

"Alright, how about, the day after tomorrow then? And if you like, I can handle the transport."

[Viventium Umbra]

"Seeing as you already have a transport hovering around nearby at all times, I think that would be more convenient for both of us," Enz agreed. "Now that all our negotiations have concluded, I will take my leave," he said as he stood up and made his way to the door.

[Asterisk]

Nodding, Stella got up and went to escort Enz out. "Feel free to take the airship to your location if needed."

[Viventium Umbra]

"I actually have some business to attend to nearby, so that won't be necessary," Enz said as he put his combat boots on and left.